Chivas USA’s U15 Team earned their spot in the Coast Soccer League Quarterfinals this weekend when they defeated CYSASL Coachella 1-0 in last Saturday’s action; the victory marks the second in a row for the young Red-and-White squad. Since the start of the match, the team was concentrated, maintaining good ball possession and creating a few scoring opportunities. In the 19th minute of the match, Diego Escobar notched the only goal of the match with the help of Erick Gallinar. In the remaining minutes of the match, the Coachella based team struggled to get past the Red-and-White defensive line, and were unable to score the equalizing goal.

Next up, the U15 Team will face Irvine Premier in the Quarterfinal round next Saturday, Nov. 23 at 11:30 a.m. (PT) at the San Bernardino Sports Complex.

In the CSL Quarterfinals, Chivas USA’s U13 Team finished off the regular season and then went on to earn positive results in the Round of 32 and Sweet 16. On Saturday afternoon, the young Goats earned a 2-0 win over AC Brea in the Round of 32. It was two goals from Ulysses Llanez that allowed the team to the ultimate victory. A few hours later, the team would continue having great performances, as they earned a 4-0 win over South Bay Falcons. Misael Becerra scored two goals, and Alex Mendez and Owen Zaldivar would each score for the Red-and-White.

Looking for a spot in the Semi-final round, Chivas USA’s U14 Team will face Empire Elite on Saturday afternoon at the San Bernardino Sports Complex.

U.S. Soccer Development Academy

Over in the U.S. Soccer Development Academy, the Red-and-White’s U14 Team had a successful weekend. On Saturday, the young Goats defeated San Juan Soccer Club with a lone goal at the StubHub Center. The lone tally of the match came in as early as the 4th minute thanks to a great cross by Chris Hernandez that Daniel Villegas was able to finish.

The following day, the U14 squad made a great comeback in the last five minutes of the match to earn a 2-1 victory over Crossfire Premier. Leo Cuteno and Josue de la Torre each scored to give the team the ultimate victory. Next Saturday, the U14s will host Central California Aztecs at the Bell Gardens Sports Complex.